Published: Dec 03, 2025, 01:02 IST | Updated: Dec 03, 2025, 01:02 IST
Russia says its forces have captured the strategic cities of Pokrovsk and Vovchansk just ahead of major peace discussions involving the United States, Ukraine and Russia. Kyiv disputes Moscow’s claims, saying fighting continues and warning that Russia is making loud statements to influence Western negotiators. With Pokrovsk gone, is the entire Donetsk region next on card for Russia?